In 2018, HVC released a limited edition cigar that was a bit of a nightmare for retailers when it came to put them on the shelves. The box was originally designed 20 cigars and held 10 Toro’s and 10 Short Robusto’s. Until the company released bundle refills, re-stocking a specific size forced you to open another box or leave a void on their shelf. In 2021, The HVC Broadleaf returns utilizing the same blend, albeit […]
Abe Flores. owner and Master Blender of PDR has reblended and redesigned the PDR 1878 line. Additionally the cigar has a new name as well, PDR 1878 Recordando a Santiago. The name translates to “Remembering Santiago,” the city in the Dominican Republic where so many cigar factories including PDR Cigars is headquartered. The new eye-catching boxes features artwork that is synonymous with the Dominican Republic and was designed by artist Fabian Barrantes. Cigar Review: PDR 1878 […]
J&J Spirits, the company behind the popular Single Cask Nation Whisky, announced the release of a bourbon cask aged premium cigar in collaboration with Aganorsa Leaf. Produced in a Toro size measuring 6 x 54 in a box pressed format, the cigars are comprised of a Nicaraguan Corojo wrapper and Nicaraguan filler and binder. J&J Spirits, brand owner of Single Cask Nation- an independent bottler of fine Single Malts, Bourbons, Ryes, Rums and Mezcal, shipped […]
In May at the Tobacco Products Expo (TPE) Aganorsa Leaf launched a new vitola in their popular Lunatic Habano blend. The Hombre Libre and according to Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf, “Toro is overall the most popular vitola and so it made sense to create one for our most popular brand.” Packaged in boxes of 28, Hombre Libre has arrived at retailers and it is today’s featured review. Cigar Review: JFR Lunatic Wrapper: Ecuador Habano Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Length: 6.25″ […]
According to a press release, “As disruptors of the status quo, Camacho Cigars, the makers of the boldest cigars in the world are proud to announce the latest addition to our arsenal: Camacho Factory Unleashed. Manifesting the DNA of “Where Bold is Born,” this blend roars strength and character that can barely be contained by the prized wrapper that houses it. The bold intensity and unconventional craftsmanship of our state-of-the-art factory in Honduras is showcased in this multi-regional blend […]
In November of 2019, HVC released a cigar celebrating the 500th anniversary of a city he use to call home, Havana. The city of Havana was founded by the Spanish on November 16th, 1519 and to celebrate the 500th Anniversary HVC created a unique blend using the best tobaccos from Aganorsa Leaf. According to a press release, “it is through this blend that you will experience Havana through your senses.” The original size was a 5 7/8 x […]
According to the Regius website, “The Exclusivo U.S.A. combines a traditional and nuanced flavour with a steady progression with contemporary shapes and sizes, using only the very finest Nicaraguan tobaccos. Each blend is crafted for its respective size, to achieve the optimum flavour and complexity. The concept is a true fusion of the old and new schools of cigar making, taking the best of both in order to create a truly unique experience.” The company which […]
Two inspiring families, handcrafting inspiring cigars. Micallef Cigars is a collaboration between the family of Al Micallef, with expertise in worldwide commerce, and Gomez Sanchez, with expertise in handcrafting the finest cigar lines in the world. The Gómez Sanchez tobacco family business was started back in Cuba in 1934 by Mr. Pedro F. Gómez. In 1994, Joel Gómez Sanchez, grandson of Mr. Pedro F. Gómez, followed his grandfather’s steps and continued with the family tradition […]
As an added twist, Davidoff/Camacho Master Blenders have amplified the original Camacho Ecuador with the addition of Pennsylvania Broadleaf n in Pennsylvania. According to Davidoff/Camacho, “The introduction of these Broadleaf tobaccos greatly intensifies the aromas and increases overall palette stimulation, while the box-pressing delivers a noticeably longer and cooler smoke with enhanced mouth feel.” Cigar Review: Camacho Ecuador BxP Wrapper: Ecuador Habano Binder: Brazil Mata Fina Filler: Honduras (Corojo, Criollo Ligero) Dominican Republic (Pelo de Oro) and USA (Pennsylvania Broadleaf) […]
The JT Signature from Kristoff was originally supposed to be available at events featuring national sales manager Jarrid Trudeau. However, COVID-19 prevented that from happening as travel and capacity restrictions forced the cancelation of many events around the world. Now this signature cigar is available at select Kristoff accounts and we review this stick that is available in just one size, a 6.25 x 54 Toro. Cigar Review: Kristoff JT Signature Wrapper: Ecuadorian Havana Vuelta Abajo Binder: Sumatra […]